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Alight Sudan - Cholera Outbreak, West Kordofan State, Sudan (1st - 29th July 2026)
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· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The outbreak began as Acute Watery Diarrhea on May 13 and was later confirmed as cholera on June 23.
In West Kordofan, a cholera outbreak is being responded to by Alight in coordination with the State Ministry of Health. The outbreak began as Acute Watery Diarrhea on May 13 and was later confirmed as cholera on June 23. Comprehensive measures are being implemented at the Foga Cholera Treatment Center and other units.
Rapid response teams are involved across affected areas. Alight is providing support, including transportation of supplies and infection prevention and control. Further details on the outbreak and response efforts are available from Alight and the State Ministry of Health.
Local residents can access more information through these sources.
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Category: disaster Published: August 5, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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